Last Updated: 2025.09.15

This Privacy Policy describes how Dr. Iruka Kumarage (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, and safeguards the personal information you provide when using our website.

Your privacy is very important to us, and we are committed to protecting the confidentiality of your personal and medical information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you use our website or contact us:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other details you provide when submitting inquiries or booking appointments.
• Medical Information: Any health-related information you voluntarily share through appointment requests, contact forms, or email communication.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device details, and website usage data collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect may be used to:

• Respond to inquiries or appointment requests.
• Provide medical consultations and follow-up care.
• Communicate with you about services, reminders, or updates.
• Improve the quality of our website and patient services.
• Comply with medical, legal, and regulatory obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

We respect the confidentiality of your personal and medical data. We do not sell or rent your information. We may share information only in these cases:

• With Medical Staff or Authorized Personnel: To provide you with medical care and support.
• With Service Providers: Trusted partners who help operate our website, appointment system, or communications (bound by confidentiality obligations).
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or court order.

4. Data Protection

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal and medical information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

5. Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but some site features may not function properly.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Request corrections to your personal details.
• Request deletion of your information, subject to legal and medical record-keeping requirements.
• Withdraw consent for certain types of data processing.

For requests, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be posted on this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

📧 Email: reception@ewobgyn.com.au
📍 Address: Empowering Women Obstetric & Gynaecology, 62 Gloucester Avenue, Berwick VIC 3806
📞 Phone: +61 3 9769 3223